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Allan Powell: The case for optimism is still fragile
Every year, I visit the AAUW book sale and look for “oldies” and “goodies” missed earlier. This year, I spotted a copy of Voltaire’s “Candide,” which readers find liberally quoted in history and literature books....Tags: French and Indian War, Religion and Belief, Trips and Vacations, Philosophy, Travel
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88 books that shaped America, at the Library of Congress
Jacket CopyThe Library of Congress' list of 88 books that shaped America includes poetry, novels, nonfiction, a play, a polemic, books of science and grammar, cookbooks and children's books. What's it missing?... -
Cases heard recently in Emmet County's 90th District Court
The following cases were recently heard in Emmet County's 90th District Court -- Rachelle Renea Midyett, 24, of Oden; receiving/concealing stolen property; $562.84 in fines, costs and restitution -- Jerry Don Edgerton, 50, of Indian River; reckless...
Tags: John Wade, Hinduism, Grant Long, George David, Punishment
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A Pioneer In Food Banks Passes Away
FOX 17 NewsIt's impossible to measure how many lives John Arnold touched, or how many people he reached out to, or how much food he put on the tables of hungry families. The former executive director of Feeding America died Sunday after a six-year battle with...Tags: Agent Orange Poisoning (1961-1971), Prostate Cancer, Charity, Health, Springfield
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Thoughts from Dr. Joe: Concentrating on becoming, not on being
Our daughters, Sabine and Simone, were riveted to the television. As each starlet walked the red carpet on Oscar Night we were breathless, watching the beautiful gowns worn by the gorgeous women of Hollywood. We sat waiting to learn the origins of...Tags: Movies, Elie Saab, Givenchy, Rooney Mara, Entertainment
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Allan Powell: Can the preachments of philosophers heal the soul?
One is bound to be disconcerted when they come across news that a whole new branch of philosophy — wedded to therapy — has been in practice for some time and that they had been totally unaware of its existence. Nevertheless, quietly, and...Tags: Woody Allen, Science and Technology, Medical Specialization, Psychiatry, Samuel Beckett
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Marriage licenses filed in Emmet County in December
The following people filed for marriage licenses with the Emmet County Clerk's office in December: -- Killian Aer Viles and Erin Marie Clark -- Anthony Jeffrey Wilhelm and Hanassa Rachell-Sharee Wicks -- Frederick Crosley Ball and Pamela Lynne... -
The God Squad: Life is good, supremely good
Question: First, I'd like to tell you how much I love your column. I look forward to it every week. I can hardly wait until lunch to read it. I love your open-mindedness and appreciate your humor. Now, for the topic at hand: In 2007, I was at church...Tags: Marc Gellman, Religion and Belief
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Good For You: Jan. 9, 2012
South Dakota State University in Brookings has released its fall 2011 semester dean's list. To be eligible, a student must complete a minimum of 12 credits and have earned at least a 3.5 grade point average. Students named to the list included Tanner...Tags: Groton, South Dakota State University
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Centrist House Democrats forming Blue Dog group
Centrist Democrats in the House of Delegates have decided to form a group to promote their point of view within the party and weigh in on key issues, a leading member of the group said Thursday. Del. Mary Dulany-James, a Harford County Democrat, said the...Tags: Michael E. Busch, Animals, Politics, Parties and Movements, Frederick (Frederick, Maryland)
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Rodman Sweeny, 87
Rodman "Rod" Sweeny, 87, of Hagerstown, Md., died Saturday, Dec. 10, 2011, at Reeder's Memorial Home, Boonsboro, Md. Born Dec. 21, 1923, in Boston, Mass., he was the son of the late William James Paul and Adele Vaidis (Allen) Sweeny. He was the husband...Tags: U.S. Marine Corps, Wars and Interventions, Korean War (1950-1953), Hagerstown (Washington, Maryland), International Military Interventions
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